Citrix Administrator
Apply NowCompany: Fluor Corporation
Location: Greenville, SC 29615
Description:
Job Description
The Citrix Administrator's role is to ensure the stability, integrity, and efficient operation of the in-house information systems that support core organizational functions. This is achieved by monitoring, maintaining, supporting, and optimizing all networked software and associated operating systems. The Citrix Administrator will apply proven communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills to help identify, communicate, and resolve issues in order to maximize the benefit of IT systems investments.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Manage Citrix servers and their associated operating systems and software.
2. Implement and support Citrix XenApp multiple environments
3. XenApp configuration, Xen Desktop, Provisioning Server, and hypervisor and management experience (VMware)
4. Administering Citrix Provisioning Services (PVS) 7.x or later versions
5. Implement and support Group Policies
6. Farm and Servers Reports / Maintenance
7. Configure and support NetScaler and Access Gateway solutions to support scalable delivery of applications
8. Collaborate with network staff to ensure smooth and reliable operation of software and systems for fulfilling business objectives and processes.
9. Monitor and test system performance; prepare and deliver system performance statistics and reports.
10. Deploy new applications and enhancements to existing applications, software, and operating systems.
11. Conduct research on software and systems products to justify recommendations and to support purchasing efforts.
12. Interact and negotiate with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors to secure system-related products and services.
13. Design and perform server and security audits, system backup procedures, and other recovery processes in accordance with the company's disaster recovery and business continuity strategies.
14. Ensure system connectivity of all servers, shared software, groupware, and other applications.
15. Create and maintain documentation as it relates to system configuration, mapping, processes, and service records.
16. Check help desk database for entries on server and server resource issues; prioritize and respond to help desk tickets as appropriate.
17. Manage enterprise directory services and supporting server infrastructure.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
Strong technical knowledge of most versions of Citrix up to 7/15 (primary focus on XenApp) as well as NetScaler experience in a large Citrixfarm environment
Developed analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to take direction and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
Other duties as assigned
Basic Job Requirements
Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in applicable field of study and six (6) years of work-related experience or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to ten (10) years if non-degreed; some locations may have additional or different qualifications in order to comply with local requirements
Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors
Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job
Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines
Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner
Preferred Qualifications
7-10 years technical knowledge installing operating systems, third party software installation, upgrades and maintenance.
7-10 years technical knowledge installing, configuring and documenting hardware implementations.
5-7 years troubleshooting software/application issues with operating systems or third party products
5-7 years technical knowledge with security and system implementation following industry standards or Citrix XenDesktop/XenApp, CitrixStorefront, Citrix Studio, Citrix Director, Citrix Provisioning Services, Netscaler Access Gateway, Netscaler Unified Gateway, UCS blades, Windows, Hyper-V, VMware, Network, Storage, Cloud and Security platforms.
7-10 years technical knowledge of client/server and internet systems architectures.
BS in Computer Science- CCEE, CCIA certifications
Citrix Certified Associate App Delivery and Security or Better: Citrix Certified Pro App Delivery & Security
Notice to Candidates:
Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependent) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.
Benefits
Fluor is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security. Our offerings include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary benefit plans, 401(k) with a company match, paid time off (personal, bereavement, sick, holidays) for salaried employees, paid sick leave per state requirement for craft employees, parental leave, and training and development courses.
The Citrix Administrator's role is to ensure the stability, integrity, and efficient operation of the in-house information systems that support core organizational functions. This is achieved by monitoring, maintaining, supporting, and optimizing all networked software and associated operating systems. The Citrix Administrator will apply proven communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills to help identify, communicate, and resolve issues in order to maximize the benefit of IT systems investments.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Manage Citrix servers and their associated operating systems and software.
2. Implement and support Citrix XenApp multiple environments
3. XenApp configuration, Xen Desktop, Provisioning Server, and hypervisor and management experience (VMware)
4. Administering Citrix Provisioning Services (PVS) 7.x or later versions
5. Implement and support Group Policies
6. Farm and Servers Reports / Maintenance
7. Configure and support NetScaler and Access Gateway solutions to support scalable delivery of applications
8. Collaborate with network staff to ensure smooth and reliable operation of software and systems for fulfilling business objectives and processes.
9. Monitor and test system performance; prepare and deliver system performance statistics and reports.
10. Deploy new applications and enhancements to existing applications, software, and operating systems.
11. Conduct research on software and systems products to justify recommendations and to support purchasing efforts.
12. Interact and negotiate with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors to secure system-related products and services.
13. Design and perform server and security audits, system backup procedures, and other recovery processes in accordance with the company's disaster recovery and business continuity strategies.
14. Ensure system connectivity of all servers, shared software, groupware, and other applications.
15. Create and maintain documentation as it relates to system configuration, mapping, processes, and service records.
16. Check help desk database for entries on server and server resource issues; prioritize and respond to help desk tickets as appropriate.
17. Manage enterprise directory services and supporting server infrastructure.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
Strong technical knowledge of most versions of Citrix up to 7/15 (primary focus on XenApp) as well as NetScaler experience in a large Citrixfarm environment
Developed analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to take direction and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
Other duties as assigned
Basic Job Requirements
Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in applicable field of study and six (6) years of work-related experience or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to ten (10) years if non-degreed; some locations may have additional or different qualifications in order to comply with local requirements
Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors
Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job
Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines
Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner
Preferred Qualifications
7-10 years technical knowledge installing operating systems, third party software installation, upgrades and maintenance.
7-10 years technical knowledge installing, configuring and documenting hardware implementations.
5-7 years troubleshooting software/application issues with operating systems or third party products
5-7 years technical knowledge with security and system implementation following industry standards or Citrix XenDesktop/XenApp, CitrixStorefront, Citrix Studio, Citrix Director, Citrix Provisioning Services, Netscaler Access Gateway, Netscaler Unified Gateway, UCS blades, Windows, Hyper-V, VMware, Network, Storage, Cloud and Security platforms.
7-10 years technical knowledge of client/server and internet systems architectures.
BS in Computer Science- CCEE, CCIA certifications
Citrix Certified Associate App Delivery and Security or Better: Citrix Certified Pro App Delivery & Security
Notice to Candidates:
Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependent) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.
Benefits
Fluor is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security. Our offerings include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary benefit plans, 401(k) with a company match, paid time off (personal, bereavement, sick, holidays) for salaried employees, paid sick leave per state requirement for craft employees, parental leave, and training and development courses.